School board weighs fireworks on school property in Allendale
Allendale school district officials discussed a recurring Independence Day fireworks issue on school grounds. Insurance liability and safety concerns were raised as cleanup crews found firework remnants and trash the day after celebrations. Board members were asked to brainstorm possible solutions before the next discussion, with further talks planned for next summer if needed.
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Allendale — Consolidated School
Bob Bowser
Allendale
Bowser
Hamilton County Farmer Creates Wildflower Wonderland on Farm
Barker on a Hamilton County farm turned about 50 acres into prairie patches of wild bergamot purple coneflowers and blazing star. He stopped mowing during a financial crisis around 2010, inspired by flowers that appeared. The field now sustains black eyed Susans cardinal plants butterfly milkweed and other natives. He maintains guidebooks and videos of blooming displays as a growing avocation.
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Barker
Hamilton County
Two Charged in Bellair Shooting Case
Crawford County officials report that Sandra Kendall, a 62 year old woman, was found dead from a gunshot in Bellair near Oblong. Her daughter Kristine Phillippe aged 40 and Jason Strawbridge aged 45 were arrested and charged with first degree murder with Phillippe charged as an accomplice. Bail set at 10 million each. Multiple agencies assisted.
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Crawford County
Sandra Kendall
Bellair
Oblong
Kristine Phillippe
Kendall
Jason Strawbridge
Phillippe
Crawford County Sheriff's Office
Illinois State Police
Oblong Police Department
Robinson Police Department
Daily prayer of gratitude and guidance in daily life
A brief devotional note expressing thanks to Jesus for walking with believers through daily routines and inviting continued help. It ends with Amen.
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Lord Jesus
Inside Comics Classifieds Crossword Lifestyle Deaths
A compact page segment listing comics, classifieds, puzzles, lifestyle notes, and obituaries includes brief notices and features from the newspaper archive. It references public interest items and mentions notable sections such as Drs Oz and Roizen.
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Drs
Oz & Roizen
Weekend to start warm with scattered storms likely
The forecast shows Sunday near 79 with 65 low and scattered storms. Monday rises to about 80 with 67 and more scattered storms. Tuesday turns cooler to 77 with 65 and storms likely.
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